DERMATOLOGY REGISTERED NURSE-FT

Memorial Regional Health; Craig (CO); On-site; USD 78,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Regional Health in Craig, Colorado, is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse to join our clinic team. You will document patient status, med histories, and vaccines in the EMR, ensure HIPAA compliance, and support providers with tests and procedures.

This role emphasizes safety, evidence-based care, and collaboration across departments. The successful candidate will hold a Colorado RN license (or compact), BLS certification, and a BSN or higher in nursing or related field; clinic

Qualifications

• Current Colorado RN license (or Compact).
• BLS certification current or obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing or related field.

Responsibilities

• Record patient’s current status, past medical history, vaccine status, vitals, and med reconciliation in the EMR.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per HIPAA and discuss information discreetly.
• Use EMR forms and documents properly for all records.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field

Colorado Registered Nurse license (or Compact license)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Memorial Regional Health
750 Hospital Loop
Craig, CO 81625, USA

Memorial Regional Health
750 Hospital Loop
Craig, CO 81625, USA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

Supervisory-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• N/A

Position-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• Recordspatient’scurrent status, past medical history, vaccine status, vital statistics, and medication reconciliation in preparation for provider visit inthe Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Respects the confidentiality of patient records and uses complete discretion when discussing patient informationin accordancewithHIPAA.
• Utilizes all department forms and documents in EMRs appropriately.
• Collects, labels,and transportsall specimens appropriately.
• Demonstrates proper techniques whenpreparingforprocedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge ofemergenciesand routine equipment and procedures.
• Collaborates with patient care planning, including activelyparticipatingin education specific to patient diagnosis and needs.
• Assistsproviders with special tests and procedures.
• Demonstratesanability to start IVs andmonitorIV fluids forthecorrect rate.
• Abilityto assess every patient for safety,medicationdosage appropriateness,and other needs.
• Accurately administers medication, performs treatmentin accordancewithstandards of care. Translates medications into pediatric doses andusesproper equipment forthepatient’s size and age.
• Abilitytoidentifyvictims and the process for reporting abuse.
• Maintains compliance withinthe department andclinic, as well as withinstate and federal regulations and policies.
• Utilizes proper phone etiquette to record all phone interactions with patients in the EMR.
• Properly caresfor instruments,i.e.,cleaning, packaging,andsterilizing asappropriate.
• Participates in mandatory in-services and attends staff meetings.
• Follows MRH policy and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency preparedness andparticipatesin drills.
• Acts as a resource person to other staff members.
• Acts as a positive and supportive team member to staff members and other departments within the organization.
• Participates in process improvement teams or in interdepartmental efforts.
• Actsas a liaison between patients, families, providers,and staff.
• Completesworkload as assigned.
• Floats to other clinical departments as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Organization-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates full commitment to the CHOICE values of MRH and consistentlyrepresentsthe organization in a positive, professional manner.
• Establishes andmaintainseffective verbal and written communication, fostering positive working relationships with patients, staff, and vendors.
• Adheres to the MRH attire and dress codein accordance withorganizational policies and procedures.
• Exhibitsinitiative and self-motivation;maintainsa consistent level of productivity and manages time and responsibilities effectively.
• Completes all required annual education, training, in-services, and licensure/certification updates; activelyparticipatesin departmental and organizational meetings or reviews meeting minutes asrequired.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality at all times.
• Reports to work punctually andcompletesassigned duties within establishedtimeframes.
• Actively contributes to departmental and organization-wide performance improvement and continuous quality initiatives.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements,maintainingadherence to departmental, hospital, state, and federal standards and policies.
• Follows all infection control, safety, and risk management procedures tomaintaina safe environment for patients, the public, and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age (21 for positions requiring driving, with a valid driver’s license).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable).
• Must complete an Employee Health meeting prior to starting employment.

EDUCATION, LICENSURE(S), AND CERTIFICATION(S)

Required

Preferred

Currentand activeColorado Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact license.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (orbe obtainedwithinninety (90)days of hire).

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, BusinessAdministrationor related field.

EXPERIENCE

Required

Preferred

One (1) year of clinic experience.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
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